Essential Oils
Hey there, I'm Leslie!
I’m a certified aromatherapist and a professional writer with over 15 years of experience in the essential oil industry.
During that time, I’ve written a truly ridiculous amount of content for essential oil companies, schools, and wellness brands—everything from educational materials and course content, to product formulations, research-based articles, and hundreds of recipes.
Along the way, I’ve spent thousands of hours studying plant chemistry, reviewing clinical research, and translating complex science into practical, real-world applications.
I created Uncensored Essential Oils to help busy people use essential oils in ways that actually work, without expensive courses.
We're not replacing modern medicine with "woo woo" techniques.
We're supporting modern approaches with traditional plant wisdom, backed by research.
Who This Is For
I created Uncensored Essential Oils in 2022 for health & wellness practitioners who want to use essential oils with more confidence and clarity.
For example:
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Massage therapists
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Physical therapists
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Chiropractors
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Herbalists and aromatherapists
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Holistic practitioners
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Mental health professionals
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Clinical practitioners (RNs, hospice workers, etc.)
If you’ve ever thought:
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“I use oils… but I’m not totally sure I’m doing it right.”
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“I don’t have time to dig through research studies.”
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“I want to use essential oils in a way that’s actually safe and effective for my clients.”
You’re in the right place!
No hype. No brand loyalty. No random “oil soup” recipes from a chatbot. Just clear, research-informed guidance on how to use essential oils safely and effectively.
Want more research-based essential oil info?
Most of my work lives on Substack. That’s where I share:
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Weekly essential oil recipes and safety guidelines
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Insights into clinical aromatherapy and formulation
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Real-world applications and case-based thinking
Paid subscribers join Essential Oil Research Insiders, where they get access to more advanced content, including the science behind the blends, research deep dives, formulation strategies, and detailed breakdowns of why specific oils work.
Think of it as ongoing aromatherapy education for busy people who don't have time to take a course—and without the eye-popping course price tag.
Why “Uncensored”?
First, because the essential oil space is… messy.
There’s a lot of good information out there—but also a lot of:
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Overblown claims
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Fear-based safety advice
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Random recipes with no real logic behind them
This project is about cutting through that noise.
Everything here is grounded in:
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Plant chemistry
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Available research
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Real-world experience
So you can use essential oils in a way that’s informed, practical, and actually helpful.
And the second reason it's "uncensored?"
Because of my penchant for salty language. (Hey, I've written a virtual library's worth of material in sweet, calming language. This is where I get to be myself and have a little fun!)
